Discover Charlotte Amalie East

When planning a trip to Charlotte Amalie East, it is worth looking at the wider destination of Charlotte Amalie: historic streets, religious heritage, and stories surrounding the harbor come together there. If you are looking for a vacation rental in Charlotte Amalie East, first consider which of these experiences interest you.

Streets, Crafts, and History

Main Street in Charlotte Amalie is also known as Dronningens Gade. Along Charlotte Amalie’s waterfront promenade, craftspeople make handmade goods every day and sell them at kiosks. So the view ranges from another name for a well-known street to daily crafts by the water. Operating details may change; check current information when making specific plans.

One particularly distinctive historic stop is the 99 Steps in Charlotte Amalie. This staircase street dates from the 18th century and was built to navigate the steep terrain. Despite its name, it has 103 steps. These are made of brick brought over aboard Danish sailing ships. The name and the actual step count offer two different reference points: the staircase is called the 99 Steps, but it has 103 steps.

Synagogue and Collections in Charlotte Amalie

The synagogue of the Hebrew Congregation of St. Thomas is on Crystal Gade, a short walk uphill from Main Street in Charlotte Amalie. From October through July, congregation staff lead tours of the synagogue. Tours are free; donations go a long way toward keeping the synagogue operating and accessible. The offering is seasonal, and the price may change. So confirm the current details directly with the congregation before visiting.

The St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum in Charlotte Amalie displays Caribbean art and antiques, including pieces from the 17th century. The collection also includes artifacts recovered from shipwrecks in Charlotte Amalie Harbor. The 3 Queens Distillery offers a different historical connection: it is housed in an old Danish slave house from the colonial era in the historic center of Charlotte Amalie. A guided tour of historic sites in downtown is also offered.

Routes Across the Water

A longer ferry route runs from downtown Charlotte Amalie on St. Thomas to Cruz Bay on St. John. Schedules and seasonal service may change; check the current schedule with the Virgin Islands Port Authority before traveling. A boat tour runs from Charlotte Amalie Harbor to Hassel Island. These two water routes have different destinations: Cruz Bay on St. John and Hassel Island, respectively. Check current dates and availability for the boat tour.

Hassel Island lies outside the city but in the surrounding area of Charlotte Amalie. It is home to Garrison House, Prince Frederick’s Battery, and Cowell’s Battery and Signal Station. These sites reflect the island’s Danish and British colonial history, complementing the historic places in Charlotte Amalie with a history of their own.

When choosing your vacation rental in Charlotte Amalie East, you can use these different travel interests as a guide: perhaps you want to include historic stairways and city sites in your plans, or perhaps you are especially interested in collections, synagogue tours, or destinations on the water. Check your plans against the specific location of your accommodation rather than inferring a route from the names alone.

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